Motivational Interviewing Therapists in 98056
Seeking Calmness Counseling LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MHP, LICSW
Verified Verified
Renton, WA 98056
Currently accepting new clients. I believe everyone has a special story to share and it would be my honor to hear it. My goal is to create a safe, warm, and comfortable space for individuals to share their story. This space is non-judgmental and focuses on creating meaningful experiences through therapeutic processes.
Currently accepting new clients. I believe everyone has a special story to share and it would be my honor to hear it. My goal is to create a safe, warm, and comfortable space for individuals to share their story. This space is non-judgmental and focuses on creating meaningful experiences through therapeutic processes.
Accepting new clients! My name is Brianna and I am a therapist in Washington State. Therapy is an opportunity to engage in self-exploration in a world that can commonly feel uncertain and grey. Let's face it, life can be confusing at times for everybody. No matter what age, it can be hard to manage life stressors and cope with daily challenges, which is why building a strong therapeutic relationship is so important. As a therapist, it is my goal to create a safe space for you to build upon self-awareness in order to find the best version of you.
Accepting new clients! My name is Brianna and I am a therapist in Washington State. Therapy is an opportunity to engage in self-exploration in a world that can commonly feel uncertain and grey. Let's face it, life can be confusing at times for everybody. No matter what age, it can be hard to manage life stressors and cope with daily challenges, which is why building a strong therapeutic relationship is so important. As a therapist, it is my goal to create a safe space for you to build upon self-awareness in order to find the best version of you.
Danielle Jenkins Henry
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Renton, WA 98056
Are you feeling the weight of productivity culture, constantly balancing the demands of work, relationships, and self-care? Or perhaps, you and your partner are facing challenges that seem too complex to navigate alone—communication breakdowns, trust issues, or the stress of life transitions. These struggles are real, and they deserve to be met with a thoughtful, high-touch approach that honors your experiences, while fostering healing and connection.
Are you feeling the weight of productivity culture, constantly balancing the demands of work, relationships, and self-care? Or perhaps, you and your partner are facing challenges that seem too complex to navigate alone—communication breakdowns, trust issues, or the stress of life transitions. These struggles are real, and they deserve to be met with a thoughtful, high-touch approach that honors your experiences, while fostering healing and connection.
Jeanne Heather Wicomb
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Renton, WA 98056 (Online Only)
This is a tele-health practice. Everyone deserves a safe space to explore their human experience and to make peace with themselves and their situation. Life will send curve balls. We get out of balance and move through life disconnected and unhappy, consumed by constant worry. We judge ourselves harshly and become filled with self-loathing. We can get stuck or frozen in trying to figure out what to do next. Therapy is a place to clarify your values and move towards a more congruent life. I can help you find your path, accept yourself, and build healthy relationships. You will receive evidence-based tools to build your skill set.
This is a tele-health practice. Everyone deserves a safe space to explore their human experience and to make peace with themselves and their situation. Life will send curve balls. We get out of balance and move through life disconnected and unhappy, consumed by constant worry. We judge ourselves harshly and become filled with self-loathing. We can get stuck or frozen in trying to figure out what to do next. Therapy is a place to clarify your values and move towards a more congruent life. I can help you find your path, accept yourself, and build healthy relationships. You will receive evidence-based tools to build your skill set.
Natalie Goobes
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, LMFTA, MedFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Renton, WA 98056
Currently Accepting New Clients! I work with couples, families, and individuals with a systems perspective. I have experience working with Anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, Depression, adjustment to a change or stressor, and self-development skills. I am currently in training to work with people dealing with Cancer and additional chronic medical conditions. I have supplementary education in social justice and cultural studies.
Currently Accepting New Clients! I work with couples, families, and individuals with a systems perspective. I have experience working with Anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, Depression, adjustment to a change or stressor, and self-development skills. I am currently in training to work with people dealing with Cancer and additional chronic medical conditions. I have supplementary education in social justice and cultural studies.
I have been practicing psychology in Washington State since 2009. As a clinical health psychologist I understand the role that the mind and body have on each other and have learned/fine tuned the mental and emotional strategies to not only improve emotional and mental well-being, but also have some positive effects on improving physical well-being.
I have been practicing psychology in Washington State since 2009. As a clinical health psychologist I understand the role that the mind and body have on each other and have learned/fine tuned the mental and emotional strategies to not only improve emotional and mental well-being, but also have some positive effects on improving physical well-being.
Jennifer L Noelke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Renton, WA 98056 (Online Only)
Hi I’m Jen Noelke (she/her) and welcome to my profile! I consider it an honor to witness the stories and facilitate the growth of my counseling clients. I see clients from age 11 through adulthood with a variety of concerns including anxiety, depression, stress, post-traumatic symptoms and more. I strive to provide a safe and supportive space for clients to feel seen, process and heal from past experiences and make changes that align with personal values and goals. I have been described by clients and colleagues as genuine, empathic, easy to talk to and down to earth.
Hi I’m Jen Noelke (she/her) and welcome to my profile! I consider it an honor to witness the stories and facilitate the growth of my counseling clients. I see clients from age 11 through adulthood with a variety of concerns including anxiety, depression, stress, post-traumatic symptoms and more. I strive to provide a safe and supportive space for clients to feel seen, process and heal from past experiences and make changes that align with personal values and goals. I have been described by clients and colleagues as genuine, empathic, easy to talk to and down to earth.
Vicki Skelton - Centered Mind Counseling Services
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Newcastle, WA 98056 (Online Only)
I enjoy working with adolescents, teens and adults and couples struggling with depression, bipolar, anxiety, disordered eating, relationship issues, and adjustment to life transitions. I’ve worked in the middle and high-school settings, helping adolescents and teens address issues of low self-esteem, stress and anxiety, lack of academic motivation, bullying, peer pressure, anger management, and family problems. Having had personal experience with infertility, I have a passion for working with those struggling in this area, helping them with the feelings of frustration, stress, loss and relationship challenges.
I enjoy working with adolescents, teens and adults and couples struggling with depression, bipolar, anxiety, disordered eating, relationship issues, and adjustment to life transitions. I’ve worked in the middle and high-school settings, helping adolescents and teens address issues of low self-esteem, stress and anxiety, lack of academic motivation, bullying, peer pressure, anger management, and family problems. Having had personal experience with infertility, I have a passion for working with those struggling in this area, helping them with the feelings of frustration, stress, loss and relationship challenges.
Whether you are looking for a safe place to engage in self-reflection, an outlet to talk through your thoughts and feelings, an opportunity to develop coping skills, or all of the above, my goal as your therapist is to facilitate that process. As a humanistic and person-centered practitioner, I believe that each individual's natural tendency is toward growth and self-actualization when provided with the right conditions to thrive.
Whether you are looking for a safe place to engage in self-reflection, an outlet to talk through your thoughts and feelings, an opportunity to develop coping skills, or all of the above, my goal as your therapist is to facilitate that process. As a humanistic and person-centered practitioner, I believe that each individual's natural tendency is toward growth and self-actualization when provided with the right conditions to thrive.
Bridget E Friedman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, SUDP
Verified Verified
Renton, WA 98056 (Online Only)
Welcome! I’m so glad you’re here. If you’re feeling stuck, stressed, or overwhelmed by anxiety and depression, you’re not alone- and you don’t have to navigate this journey by yourself. I help individuals like you in reclaiming their lives and discovering greater joy and satisfaction. My areas of focus include anxiety, depression, trauma, stress management, life transitions, and "imposter syndrome". With over twenty years of experience in the field, I bring a non-judgmental, compassionate approach to therapy.
Welcome! I’m so glad you’re here. If you’re feeling stuck, stressed, or overwhelmed by anxiety and depression, you’re not alone- and you don’t have to navigate this journey by yourself. I help individuals like you in reclaiming their lives and discovering greater joy and satisfaction. My areas of focus include anxiety, depression, trauma, stress management, life transitions, and "imposter syndrome". With over twenty years of experience in the field, I bring a non-judgmental, compassionate approach to therapy.
Sometimes the smallest step in the right direction ends up being the biggest step of your life. You may be feeling scared, overwhelmed, confused, anxious, or even indifferent. This list can go on, however, these emotions are normal and it's okay to feel them! By being here today, you already took the first step of seeking professional help to further assist you in coping with these emotions that you may be going through. I like to provide a safe and respectful space for my patients to develop the skills for successful emotional regulation, interpersonal relationships, and to provide the right tools and support to help you succeed.
Sometimes the smallest step in the right direction ends up being the biggest step of your life. You may be feeling scared, overwhelmed, confused, anxious, or even indifferent. This list can go on, however, these emotions are normal and it's okay to feel them! By being here today, you already took the first step of seeking professional help to further assist you in coping with these emotions that you may be going through. I like to provide a safe and respectful space for my patients to develop the skills for successful emotional regulation, interpersonal relationships, and to provide the right tools and support to help you succeed.
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Avanti is a place where children, adolescents, young adults, couples and families can receive counseling and support. The foundation of therapy is the relationship with a trusted and trained therapist who can help teens and young adults deal with the causes of distress and help them acquire the skills to cope more successfully in the future. We are here to help you achieve healing, insight and growth in your life. We offer both in-person and telehealth services.
Avanti is a place where children, adolescents, young adults, couples and families can receive counseling and support. The foundation of therapy is the relationship with a trusted and trained therapist who can help teens and young adults deal with the causes of distress and help them acquire the skills to cope more successfully in the future. We are here to help you achieve healing, insight and growth in your life. We offer both in-person and telehealth services.
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Motivational Interviewing Therapists
How does motivational interviewing work?
Motivational interviewing aims to uncover a person’s internal motivation to change their life. Toward this end, the therapist listens, empathizes, and collaborates with the client based on their perspective; the therapist doesn’t adhere to a predetermined plan for change or impose their viewpoint on the client. Discovering an individual’s most important reasons for change, and guiding them to achieve those changes, can empower people to shift from ambivalence to action.
Is motivational interviewing evidence-based?
Yes, research shows that motivational interviewing can help treat alcohol and substance use — and in different ways such as reducing drinking, reducing resistance, and increasing the likelihood of staying in treatment. Motivational interviewing has also been shown to help people lose weight, adhere to medication regimens, improve diet for those with Type II diabetes, and improve healthy behaviors in children.
How long does motivational interviewing last?
Motivational interviewing is a short-term therapy that can last just one or two sessions. In some cases, motivational interviewing may be used in conjunction with longer-term therapies, but for most people, motivational interviewing is a brief intervention that aims to help patients understand their personal, specific, and internal reasons for changing their life.
What differentiates motivational interviewing from person-centered therapy?
In person-centered therapy, the individual is in the driver’s seat of the treatment process, creating space for them to trust their instincts and arrive at their own solutions. The two approaches are similar because motivational interviewing is also client-centered; however, person-centered therapy is more open-ended while motivational interviewing is somewhat more structured; the goal is to change, and the therapist helps the client specifically discover their internal motivations to modify their behavior.